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A challenge event you can take on at your own pace. The Thames Path Ultra Challenge invites you to walk, jog or run a distance of your choice, along a sign-posted route. There will be free food and drink at regular rest stops, plus support including medics and marshals.
Early bird discount now on! 50% off registration fees by signing up in September and October!
Sign up for an Ultra Challenge event in September and October and receive:
Over 3000 adventurers will join the Putney Bridge start, heading upstream to Henley along the famous Towpath. Carry on through Richmond, Hampton Court, Runnymede, and Windsor, with some wonderful scenery, to a riverside finish line.
Join as an individual or a team, and get full support all the way with a celebration finish, including a special medal to celebrate your achievement!
Get the ‘Ultra Challenge’ support and hospitality all the way, helping you to push yourself further and achieve something really special for Cats Protection.
We'll be with you every step of the way, from sign-up to the finish line! When you join Team Cats, you’ll get a first-class experience including:
On the sign-up page you’ll see there are a few different sign-up options. Please choose one of the below options when you’re signing up:
As Cats Protection is an official partner on this event, you get a 25% discount on the ‘Full Sponsorship’ registration fee when signing up to support us!
We help an estimated 157,000 cats and kittens a year through our national network which includes around 185 volunteer teams and 32 cat centres. We also provide an array of cat care information and support, promote the benefits of neutering, and seek to educate people of all ages about cats and their care.
You're able to nominate any local Cats Protection to receive 100% of the money you raise from your challenge, helping the cats in your chosen area.
If you have any questions, check out our frequently asked questions page.
Alternatively, reach out to our friendly Events team on 01825 741 960 or email events@cats.org.uk.
You can be a cat champion! Join Team Cats and start making an impact today.
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